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Price range: $14,000 - $19,000 Price range: $8,500 - $13,500
Couples usually spend $16,000 Couples usually spend $11,100
Reception
$14,000 starting price
Ceremony
$1 starting price
Bar service
$30 per person
Reception
$8,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1 starting price
Bar service
$30 per person
These prices are available for the months of June through December. These prices are available for the months of January through May.

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About

On WeddingWire since 2023

Black Walnut Farm is a historic wedding venue located in Saugerties, New York, just 45 minutes from the Albany airport. Reminiscent of a fairytale setting, this venue is a convenient two-hour drive from NYC, making it an accessible escape from the hustle and bustle. Established in 1747, Black Walnut Farm holds the distinction of being one of New York’s pioneering farms and stop houses.

Facilities and Capacity

Black Walnut Farm is spread across 34 acres of breathtaking grounds, featuring open meadows, dense forests, and winding nature trails. They offer three distinct ceremony sites, The Forest, The Meadow, and The Lawn, each providing a unique backdrop for your special day. Their meticulously restored 19th-century barn exudes rustic elegance, accommodating dinner seating for 80 guests. For larger gatherings, the grounds can host tents, and the barn itself can hold up to 200 guests for dancing and cocktails. With modern amenities like air-conditioning, heating, and even a 4-foot disco ball, they ensure a blend of vintage charm and contemporary comfort. Their premium long-weekend packages include overnight accommodations for up to eight guests in the fully air-conditioned Dutch stone farmhouse. This package also boasts a suite of resort-style amenities, ensuring a luxurious stay. As a nod to their rich history, they plant a tree for each couple’s union, creating lasting memories.

Services Offered

Owned by the passionate duo Sarah and Jim, Black Walnut Farm is a labor of love. Their commitment to genuine hospitality, inclusivity, and personalized service ensures that your wedding event is truly special. Whether you wish to collaborate with their in-house chef for food and beverage packages or bring in your own catering, Black Walnut Farm is flexible to your needs. They can also connect you with a list of reputable vendors to help add your unique signature to your big day.

  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$14,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$8,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Historic Building
Inn/B&B

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
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Reviews of Black Walnut Farm

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5.0 out of 5 rating
5.0 out of 5 rating
6 Reviews
100% recommend it
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    5 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
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  • Value
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  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
Weddingwire
5.0/5 6 reviews
Google
4.8/5 22 reviews
Nick
Nick F. Sent on 06/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Happy Pride on our perfect day!

Jim and Sarah of Black Walnut Farm have created a haven for love. Every inch of their 34 acres is carefully curated for a truly magical experience. As Matt and I approached our forest ceremony enclave, filled with our loved ones, the happy tears were instant thanks to their attention to detail. We chose Black Walnut Farm, after exploring numerous venues, because of their perfectly decorated barn complete with 4 foot disco ball, manicured gardens, equally charming farmhouse to stay the weekend with family, smore station, popcorn machine, audio guestbook, and of course their property manager, Miss Lily, the barn cat. What we didn’t expect to be included in our wedding package was the amount of care, energy, support, and love we felt from Jim, Sarah, and the staff at Black Walnut Farm as they effortlessly managed the most memorable day of our lives. Thank you for making our dreams come true and for being the best wedding venue we could ask for! There is no place like Black Walnut Farm.
Rikki
Rikki Z. Sent on 06/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Weekend of our Lives!

When our original venue cancelled on us 4 months before our big day, we did not ever think we would find a new venue -let alone one we loved. But fate worked its magic and led us to Black Walnut Farm, where Sarah & Jim made all of our dreams come true. Their commitment to each couple paired with the incredible venue and all of its perks made this venue the perfect place for my wife and I to tie the knot. I feel so incredibly grateful to have found BWF, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a beautiful barn wedding. I can't say thank you enough!
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Ann B. Sent on 05/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing space!

Black Walnut Farm saved our wedding! Our previous venue cancelled on us with very little notice so we took a chance on a new venue and we did NOT regret it. Black Walnut is such a gorgeous and unique space. We used the woods for our ceremony site and got endless complements about the stunning greenery. The barn is such a beautiful and eclectic space which perfectly matched our vibe. The house had lovely and homey accommodations for the wedding party, complete with a hot tub! Many people we spoke to told us that ours was one of the coolest weddings they’ve ever been to, and I believe that to be largely due to Black Walnut. Sarah and Jim were there for us during the whole process and had excellent communication about everything. We never felt like “just another client” to them. This is the perfect venue for people looking for a fun, outdoors, unique and beautiful weekend.
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Team

Sarah Tracey
Sarah Tracey
Owner

My co-owner, Jim, is my longtime bestie-- and the Will to my Grace ;) We decided to team up and open a venue together!

Owning this property was our dream, and we have put thought and care into every detail. We’re personally invested in making each event a smashing success, and we embrace every couple as new members of the Black Walnut Farm family.

We’re not a big corporation or ‘wedding factory’. Genuine hospitality is at the core of everything we do; we will work with you and your vendors to ensure you feel at home here with our highly personalized, inclusive, warm service. We love to have fun and our couple become like family to us too! We can't wait to meet you.

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Black Walnut Farm frequently asked questions

Black Walnut Farm includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Black Walnut Farm includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Black Walnut Farm includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Black Walnut Farm for wedding events is known for:
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Inn/B&B
Black Walnut Farm offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Black Walnut Farm offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Black Walnut Farm offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Black Walnut Farm offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
Black Walnut Farm is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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